- Reiki is a natural Japanese relaxation and stress relieving technique used by practitioners who have been attuned by a Reiki Master-Teacher to channel spiritually guided life energy to promote healing.
- Pronunciation..."Ray-Key" (as in a ray of sunshine and key for a lock)
- "Rei" means Universal, "Ki" means energy.
Reiki originated as a Japanese form of energy healing, a type of alternative medicine. Reiki over the years has often been referred to as Energy Medicine or Energy Therapy, used by practitioners as well as doctors and nurses in the healthcare field across the country. Reiki practitioners use a hands-on or hands-over technique through which "universal" or "source" energy is said to be transferred through the palms of the practitioner to the patient in order to encourage emotional or physical healing. Energy is thought to flow to the areas most in need of healing.
7 chakras: the body's energy centers
Muladhara~Root
Location: pelvic floor, base of spine, first 3 vertebrae
Color: red
Element: earth
Spiritually Affects: stability, security, grounding, courage & our actions
Mantra: I Am ~ "I am safe, I am grounded, I am abundant"
First chakra to develop (by age 1): physical and emotional survival, where ego resides
When Balanced You Feel
calm, centered, secure, humble, stable, energetic, safe, confident, courageous, optimal body weight, healthy eating, proper elimination
If Misaligned or Blocked You Feel
insecure, fearful, anxious, unstable, restless, fatigued, lack of will, low self-esteem, egotistical, angry, over/underweight, eating disorders, anemia, constipated
physical ailments: pain or swelling in legs, knees, feet, lower back, and base of the spine
Svadhishthana~Sacral
Location: just below the belly button
Color: orange
Element: water
Spiritually Affects: creativity, emotional balance, sexuality, freedom & expression
Mantra: Vam ~ "I feel, I am balanced, I am radiant"
Second chakra to develop: likes and dislikes, venturing into "feelings", overall enjoyment of life
When Balanced You Feel
creative, playful, sexual, sensual, passionate, energetic, compassionate, forgiving, open, high self-esteem
If Misaligned or Blocked You Feel
withdrawn, insecure, needy, irritable, codependent, controlling, manipulative, overdramatic, aggressive, materialistic, judgmental, low libido or overactive libido
physical ailments: chronic low back pain, ovarian cysts and other reproductive issues, urinary tract infections, impotence, pain during intercourse, complications with the bladder and kidneys, and other pelvic–lower abdominal issues
Manipura~Solar Plexus (Navel)
Location: in the abdomen, belly button up to breast bone (sternum)
Color: yellow
Element: fire
Spiritually Affects: renewal, enlightenment, positivity & clarity
Mantra: Ram ~ "I am powerful, I am worthy, I create my reality"
Third chakra to develop: intuition, our gut instinct
When Balanced You Feel
energetic, motivated, confident, purposeful, reliable, responsible, strong-willed, a balanced ego, sense of peace, strong "gut instinct"
If Misaligned or Blocked
difficulty in skillful self-expression, victim’s mentality, overly rigid, or controlling behavior, neediness, lack of direction, feeling afraid or lacking courage, feelings of stagnation, quick to anger
physical ailments: improper processing of nutrients, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, eating disorders, ulcers, issues with the pancreas, liver disease, diseases of the colon
Anahata~Heart
Location: center of spine at heart level
Color: green
Element: air
Spiritually Affects: unconditional love, compassion & joy
Mantra: Yam ~ "I am love, I am loved, I let go to openly receive love"
Fourth chakra to develop: the bridge between the lower & upper chakras
When Balanced You Feel
loving, empathetic, open-hearted, serene, trusting, generous, kind, understanding, emotionally balanced, connected, accepting of self and others
If Misaligned or Blocked
lonely, demanding, critical, jealous, narcissistic, defensive, selfish, clingy, cold-hearted, untrusting
physical ailments: poor circulation, issues with blood pressure, heart and lung conditions
Vishuddha~Throat
Location: at the throat
Color: blue
Element: the ether
Spiritually Affects: singing praises for self & others, using your voice
Mantra: Ham ~ "I speak my truth, my voice matters"
Fifth chakra to develop: speaking up, self-expression; here is where we begin to venture into chakras that may never activate without assistance or intention
When Balanced You Feel
communicative, peaceful, honest, patient, authentic, decisive, confident to speak your thoughts & feelings, clear in speech, good listener
If Misaligned or Blocked
excessively shy, excessively talkative, rambles, withdrawn, dishonest, gossipy, loud, trouble expressing self or speaking, poor listener, interruptive
physical ailments: TMJ issues, hoarseness, sore throat, thyroid problems, tight shoulders, ear infections, sores in the mouth
Ajna~3rd Eye
Location: between the eyebrows
Color: indigo
Element: light
Spiritually Affects: higher knowledge, intuition, "sixth sense"
Mantra: Om ~ "I trust what I see, therefore, I know what I know"
Sixth chakra to develop: visualization, imagination, mind's eye
When Balanced You Feel
intuitive, imaginative, clear, balanced, knowing, self-aware, perceptive, clairvoyant, guided, motivated
If Misaligned or Blocked
foggy, depressed, scattered, paranoid, manipulative, oblivious, ignorant, narrow-minded, disconnected
physical ailments: migraines, dizziness, eye strain, confusion, insomnia, nightmares, memory issues, sinus infections
Sahasrara~Crown
Location: hovers above the top of the head, like a halo
Color: violet or bright white light
Element: thought (cosmic energy)
Spiritually Affects: universal consciousness, enlightenment, wisdom, unity,
Mantra: Om ~ "I am one with the Universe, I am a Divine"
Seventh chakra to develop: self-knowledge & connection to Spirit
When Balanced You Feel
blessed, connected, enlightened, aware, divine (inner) peace, awareness of higher consciousness and soul purpose, whole
If Misaligned or Blocked
confusion, lack of connection to the world, fanatic spiritualization, excessive meditation (always seeking/searching), frustration, lack of faith, no sense of purpose, cynical, isolated, negative & intrusive thoughts, empty
physical ailments: poor coordination, chronic headaches, exhaustion or chronic fatigue, amnesia, hair loss, pituitary issues
Most people go their entire life with an inactive or blocked crown chakra and don't even know it!